I've Never Said This Before With Tommy DiDario

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  Tommy Talk: LET’S LIVE WHILE WE’RE ALIVE 24.07.2026 13min

  On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into the importance of truly living while we’re alive. After reading Matt Haig's powerful new book, The Midnight Train, I was reminded of something that can be so easy to forget:  life can quickly become a series of routines if we're not intentional about how we live it. The truth is, balancing everything on our plates isn't easy. But at what point do we set gentle boundaries and give ourselves permission to say no to the things that leave us simply going through the motions instead of actually living? We're all so busy planning for the future, chasing the next big milestone, and waiting for the "right time" that we often forget to fully experience the life happening right now. From breaking free of autopilot and letting go of perfectionism to saying yes to the moments that make us feel most alive, this episode is a reminder that life isn't meant to be postponed or lived on other people’s terms. Because one day all we'll have are the memories we created...or the ones we WISH we had.I hope this conversation inspires you to slow down, be present, and reclaim the life you may feel is passing you by. Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before.  Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hot Takes and Hangouts with AVANTIKA of Not Suitable for Work 23.07.2026 11min

  Avantika Vandanapu (of Not Suitable for Work, Mean Girls, Spin) comes on to share her hot takes! Will she survive this round of rapid fire questions the fans have been wanting the answers to?  Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials! Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hot Takes and Hangouts with MICHAEL JOHNSTON of Obsession 21.07.2026 8min

  Michael Johnston (of the movie Obsession) comes on to share his hot takes! Will he survive this round of rapid fire questions the fans have been wanting the answers to? Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials! Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Tommy Talk: THE RED FLAGS OF ONE-SIDED FRIENDSHIPS 17.07.2026 14min

  On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into the red flags of one-sided friendships, drawing from his own personal experiences. Healthy friendships should feel mutual and energizing while one-sided friendships often feel emotionally exhausting and uncertain. One question I have come back to time and time again is: “Am I holding onto who someone is or who they once were?” It’s a question that has been incredibly eye-opening in helping me evaluate who my true friends really are. Wanting a friendship built on mutual care, respect, and effort isn’t asking for too much, it’s a healthy and reasonable expectation. So let’s dive into exploring the signs of one-sided friendships to help you recognize what you truly deserve in the relationships you choose to keep. Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before.  Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane, Celia Romano Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Avantika Vandanapu on Mean Girls, Mindy Kaling & Taking Up Space 16.07.2026 38min

  This week, Tommy is joined by actress Avantika Vandanapu, who is currently starring in Mindy Kaling’s Not Suitable for Work, a series about five work-obsessed twenty-something professionals living in New York City as they balance the chaos of their professional and personal lives. Today, Avantika opens up about how her life changed after the 2024 Mean Girls musical adaptation of the beloved classic, how Reneé Rapp helped her navigate the musical numbers, why leading Disney’s Spin will forever be meaningful to her, what she’s loved about being part of Hulu’s Not Suitable for Work, how she landed a role that wasn’t originally written for her, whether she wants her character to end up with Kel, why it’s important to take up space even when you feel like you might not belong, how she’s handled heartbreak in her career, the type of film she dreams of starring in, the advice she wants to ask Mindy Kaling, why Off Campus got its casting right, why she sometimes worries about sharing too much, and so much more. And be sure to catch the mini rapid-fire "Hot Takes and Hangouts" interview with Avantika out next Thursday, July 23! Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before.  Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Michael Johnston on Obsession, Bear's Dark Descent & that Alternate Ending 14.07.2026 37min

  This week, Tommy is joined by actor Michael Johnston who plays Bear in Obsession, one of the biggest break-out movie of the year. Directed by Curry Barker, the film centers on Bear who uses a supernatural "One Wish Willow" to make his crush (played by Inde Navarrette) fall in love with him, only to trigger a deadly, twisted obsession. Today, Michael opens up about the moment his heartbeat was heard pounding on the mic during a particular scene, how he practiced self-care during such an intense shoot, the moment he thinks Bear realized something was wrong after he broke the One Wish Willow, the moments Inde’s performance genuinely scared him, why he can’t judge Bear as an actor even though he knows he’s a villain, whether Nikki ever truly loved Bear, the scene(s) he and Inde kept breaking in (due to lots of laughter), the alternate ending that was filmed, his pitch for the sequel and whether he wants to be in it, what acting has taught him about himself, why he wants to play a powerful gay character in an upcoming project, whether we can expect new music, why Teen Wolf will forever be meaningful to him, and so much more. And catch the mini rapid-fire “Hot Takes and Hangouts” interview with Michael out next Tuesday, July 21! Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before. This episode is brought to you by Travel Guard.  Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Tommy Talk: MAKE TIME FOR YOUR BEST FRIENDS 10.07.2026 11min

  On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into the importance of making time for your best friends. It's easy to let busy schedules, endless obligations, and the demands of everyday life take over, leaving little time for the people who matter most. Sometimes life starts controlling us instead of the other way around. After spending a weekend with my best friend, I was reminded just how important it is to make time for the people who fill our cups. Our best friends celebrate our wins, support us through life's toughest moments, and remind us that we're never alone. This episode is a love letter to our best friends, and a reminder that life is richer when it’s shared with people who genuinely care about us. Take a moment today to let your best friend know how much they mean to you. Share this episode with them and enjoy!  Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before.  Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane, Josh Kolodny, Celia Romano  Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hot Takes and Hangouts with TJ PALMA 09.07.2026 11min

  TJ Palma (of Love Island USA and Love Island Beyond the Villa) comes on to share his hot takes! Will he survive this round of rapid fire questions the fans have been wanting the answers to? Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials! Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  TJ PALMA: Love Island USA, Building a Brand, Love Island Season 8 Predictions 07.07.2026 38min

  TJ Palma is here to spill all the behind-the-scenes tea from Love Island USA and Beyond the Villa! He opens up about the moment he really fell for Iris, clears up the biggest misconceptions about their relationship, shares what it felt like leaving the Love Island villa, addresses the TMZ controversy, and shares why he never felt manipulated by producers. Plus, TJ talks about living with anxiety, how therapy in the Love Island villa changed his life, and why The Traitors is his dream reality show. He ends the interview with an inspirational never said this before moment.   Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane, Josh Kolodny, Celia Romano Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Tommy Talk: I FINALLY WATCHED OFF CAMPUS 03.07.2026 13min

  On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” I'm discussing how I finally binged the entire Off Campus series. I know, I know. I am WAY LATE to the party. But to be fair, I have to watch so many things for work to prepare for multiple interviews every week that sometimes I get delayed in watching the things I’m most excited about. But I finally did it, and you guys, I couldn’t love Off Campus more! So today I'm celebrating everything I love about Off Campus: the moments that have stayed with me after watching, why the phenomenal cast (Ella Bright, Belmont Cameli, Mika Abdalla, Stephen Kalyn, and more) delivered such incredible performances, and so much more. For anyone looking to celebrate the Off Campus series and keep the good vibes going, this episode is for you. Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network  Producers: Andrew Pugliese & Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hot Takes and Hangouts with CHANDLER KINNEY 02.07.2026 11min

  Chandler Kinney (of Elle, Disney's Zombies franchise, Pretty Little Liars, etc) comes on to share her hot takes! Will she survive this round of rapid fire questions the fans have been wanting the answers to?  Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials! Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  CHANDLER KINNEY: Joining the Legally Blonde World, Reflecting on Zombies & Lessons Learned from Dancing with the Stars 30.06.2026 35min

  This week, Tommy is joined by actress Chandler Kinney to talk about stepping into the iconic world of Legally Blonde on the new show Elle, what it meant to be personally chosen by Reese Witherspoon, and how she approached forming her character, Kimberly while honoring such a beloved franchise. She also reflects on growing up as a Disney star with Zombies, why she's learned to embrace every chapter of her career, paying it forward to the next generation of the franchise, what Dancing with the Stars taught her about herself, and opens up with a heartfelt personal reflection you won't want to miss. Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane, Josh Kolodny, Celia Romano Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Tommy Talk: NOSTALGIA REWIND: IT’S A 90’s KIND OF SUMMER 26.06.2026 12min

  On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy discusses why we all need a '90s kind of summer. Nostalgia is having a major moment, and fascination with the '90s has only grown over the past year. Maybe it’s because we crave simpler times. Maybe it’s because we want to reconnect with some of our favorite memories. Tommy reflects on what made summers in the ’90s so special, from carefree days and unplugged adventures to the sense of being wild and free. He also shares ways we can recapture that magic today and bring a little more of that nostalgic '90s summer spirit into our lives.Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before. Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network  Producers: Andrew Pugliese & Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Alexandra Kay: Sophomore Album ‘Second Wind,’ Meeting Jelly Roll, and Dream Collab 23.06.2026 19min

  This week, Tommy is joined by country music artist Alexandra Kay to discuss her sophomore album, Second Wind, and the journey that brought her to this exciting chapter of her career. Alexandra reflects on growing within the country music scene, staying true to herself in a competitive industry, and the resilience it took to keep chasing her dreams. She also shares a memorable moment with Jelly Roll, who recognized her as “the coffee girl,” and opens up about the support, challenges, and milestones that have shaped her rise. Plus, Alexandra discusses the inspiration behind Second Wind and why this album feels like a true reflection of the state she is in.   Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane, Josh Kolodny, Celia Romano Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Tommy Talk: LET’S HAVE A HOT GIRL/HOT BOY SUMMER 19.06.2026 11min

  On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into how we can all have a hot girl and hot boy summer. This episode is a total celebration of SUMMER (which hits this weekend). The summer goes so fast, so we need to really enjoy the season, feeling our absolute best. A hot girl and hot boy summer is a mindset, and here is how we can achieve the summer of our dreams. HAPPY SUMMER! Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before.   Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane, Josh Kolodny, Celia Romano  Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hot Takes and Hangouts (with ABIGAIL COWEN) 18.06.2026 13min

  Tommy asks Abbey some hot rapid fire questions, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions! Enjoy this mini episode, and listen to the full interview with Abbey on the episode before this. Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation!  Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before.   Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network  Producers: Andrew Pugliese & Stephanie Lane   Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Abigail Cowen: Every Year After, Joining the YA World & Secrets Behind Her Fan-Favorite Roles 16.06.2026 36min

  This week, Tommy is joined by the brilliant Abigail Cowen for her first-ever in-person podcast interview, where she reflects on the roles that have defined her career and the personal growth that has come with them. Abigail opens up about memorable projects like Redeeming Love, Fate: The Winx Saga, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and her early appearance on Stranger Thing. She also reveals a surprising secret about her time on Sabrina, reflects on booking Stranger Things, and discusses the responsibility that comes with leading beloved young adult stories and honoring passionate fanbases. The conversation also dives into Abigail’s latest project, Every Year After, where she explores the complexities of playing Delilah and the emotional journey of portraying a character searching for redemption and self-acceptance. She shares her favorite scenes from the series, the challenges of filming some of its most emotional moments, and how music helped shape the story’s nostalgic atmosphere. Plus, Abigail discusses working with a cast of peers, the growing popularity of the YA genre, joining the YA world among shows like Heated Rivalry and Off Campus, and what she hopes to explore if the story continues. Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before. Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network Producers: Andrew Pugliese, Stephanie Lane, Josh Kolodny, Celia Romano Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Tommy Talk: HOW TO STOP FOCUSING ON WHAT YOU CAN’T CONTROL 12.06.2026 12min

  On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy discusses something we all continue to fight for: trying to stay focused on what we CAN control instead of getting consumed by what we can’t. When we spend too much time worrying about things outside our control, we end up missing out on the life happening right in front of us. The constant spiraling. The anxiety. The hyper fixation on worst case scenarios. So today Tommy is sharing some very specific (and realistic) things he does to avoid that spiral and stay grounded in what he can actually influence. Because while we can’t control everything life throws our way, we can control where we place our attention, and that can make all the difference. Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation! Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before. Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network  Producers: Andrew Pugliese & Stephanie Lane Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hot Takes and Hangouts with JACOB ANDERSON 11.06.2026 10min

  Tommy asks Jacob some hot rapid fire questions that the fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions! Subscribe, rate, and leave a written review if you enjoy this conversation!  Tune in every week for new episodes of I’ve Never Said This Before.   Executive Producers: iHeart Media and Elvis Duran Podcast Network  Producers: Andrew Pugliese & Stephanie Lane   Follow us on socials!  Instagram: @neversaidthisbefore YouTube: @NeverSaidThisBeforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Jacob Anderson: Interview with the Vampire, New Music & Phobias 09.06.2026 44min

  This week, Tommy is joined by Jacob Anderson, star of Interview with the Vampire, for a thoughtful conversation about inhabiting one of television’s most complex characters. Jacob opens up about his connection to Louis de Pointe du Lac, the ways he differs from the character, and the emotional challenges of bringing Louis’ story to life in Interview with the Vampire. He reflects on filming the series while spending long stretches away from home, the trust he’s built with co-star Sam Reid, and how moments of humor behind the scenes help balance the show’s intense themes. He also shares the practices that keep him grounded during production of Interview with the Vampire, discusses some of his favorite scenes from the series, and reveals why the relationship between the cast has been so essential to the show's success. Beyond acting, Jacob talks about his love of storytelling, his fascination with behind-the-scenes filmmaking, and how his music career continues to influence his creative process. Plus, he teases new music on the horizon, reflects on parenthood and how kids keep him humble, and closes the episode with some surprising fears! And catch the bonus episode with Jacob, dropping Thursday! A fun, mini rapid fire round that you won't want to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.